If you’re looking to strengthen both your operational security knowledge and your consulting and management capability, this combined pathway offers a well-rounded and practical solution. By pairing the Level 4 in Physical Security Consultancy with the CMI Level 5 in Principles of Management Consulting, you develop both the technical understanding and the professional skills needed to operate effectively in client-facing roles.


Throughout the distance learning courses we enable you to achieve a broad and comprehensive understanding of risk management and its associated practices. The goal is to not only significantly improve your skill set and gain a selection of recognised qualifications, but to also develop your practical understanding and widen your future career opportunities. As an example, many of our former students have gone on to secure senior positions within the 'Big Four' consultancies; Energy and Extractives, Aviation, Defence and Media, as well as other leading risk management organisations. At all levels, our SRMC® courses will also equip you with the skills required to consult in a broad range of risk management and business practices.


The PSMC Level 4 course is aimed at professionals seeking to understand physical security management, whether with a view to entering the industry or for risk professionals from other sectors or levels seeking to enhance their understanding of this field. It covers the principles and concepts behind physical security management and their application, what physical security measures are and how they are used.


Additionally, the CMI Principles of Management Consulting course has been curated using the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 5 Professional Consulting qualification framework and is the first unit students must complete on their journey to Chartered status. It aims to provide an introduction to the consultancy professional an appreciation of the wide range of skills & knowledge required to be an effective consultant no matter your sector, background or industry.


English Proficiency

Please note that all of our Distance Learning courses are delivered and assessed in English, and that before enrolling it is important to be sure that you will be able to manage the demands of the programme. If English is not your first language please contact [email protected] before purchasing the course to arrange a short discussion with a member of the team.

This combination is particularly valuable for those looking to move into or strengthen roles such as:

  • Security Consultant (or aspiring consultant)

  • Risk or Compliance Advisor

  • Facilities or Operations Manager with advisory responsibilities

  • Ex-military personnel transitioning into consultancy roles

  • Professionals engaging with clients, stakeholders, or project delivery

  • It’s especially effective for those who want to pair technical security knowledge with recognised consulting and leadership credentials, something increasingly expected across both public and private sectors.

PSMC Level 4 and CMI Level 5 Distance Learning

Bundling the PSMC Level 4 and the CMI Level 5 courseManagement Consulting, you helps you develop both the technical understanding and the professional skills needed to operate effectively in client-facing roles. This bundle can be started at any time, assignment-based, self-paced, with no deadlines!

  • Achieve two industry recognised qualifications; the Level 4 Award in Physical Security Consultancy and Level 5 Award in the Principles of Management Consulting.

  • Be fully supported throughout your multimedia distance learning journey. Learn from industry leading lecturers, interactive sessions, discussion forms, 1:1 tutorial options, bonus material and more.

  • Benefit from membership to the exclusive SRM Alumni; a diverse association designed to educate, innovate and inspire it's members across industries through social events, business opportunities and relationship building.

  • On completion, gain the coveted post-nominals 'PSMC' and officially display your accomplishment and professional competency within the Security and Risk Management industry.

Pricing options


Both of the following options include the cost of registration and marking. If your employer is covering this cost (including ELC's), or if you are an employer looking to enrol multiple students please get in touch.

Frontier Risks Group is proud to be an ELCAS Approved Training Provider.

This Level 4 Award in Physical Security Consultancy and Level 5 Award in the Principles of Management Consultancy bundle is supported by the ELC scheme. Before enrolling and paying a deposit, students using the scheme must provide their Claim Authorisation Note (CAN).

Frequently Asked Questions

If your questions are not answered here, please get in touch

  • How does this distance learning course work?

    Both the Level 4 PSMC and Level 5 CMI distance learning courses are delivered to you fully online, using a blend of live and recorded sessions, supported by a range of resources and course features. The courses are designed to be accessible to you wherever you are located, as long as you have Internet access.

  • Who teaches the course?

    Each course is led by a designated Course Tutor, and the various Unit learning sessions are delivered by subject specialists. You will be able to communicate with the Course Tutors who will support, guide and advise you throughout the programme.

  • When does course take place?

    Both the PSMC Leve 4 and CMI Level 5 can be completed at any time, at your own pace. Each course is expected to take 4 - 6 weeks, however students have 1 year of enrolment to complete the courses.

  • What happens if I need to pause my studies or move to a different cohort?

    No problem - just contact your Course Tutor and we will be able to pause your studies until you are ready to continue.

  • What happens if I fall behind?

    If you are struggling to keep up, or need more time and support, all you need to do is to contact the SRMC Course Tutor and you will receive the necessary support, guidance and advice to keep you on track. The FRG Team is highly experienced in delivering and supporting online learning and we are here to assist you throughout.

  • What if I am in a completely different time zone?

    You have access to the materials 24/7; and any live sessions will be timetabled so that they are able to match time zone requirements of each cohort where possible. In some cases, there will be repeated live sessions to ensure that all students have the opportunity to attend from varied time zones and each live session will be recorded and uploaded for students to listen back in their own time.

  • I have never studied at this level before, how difficult is it?

    You will need to be committed to your studies and will have to do some reading in your own time. The courses are not designed to catch you out, but to provide you with information and content that increases your knowledge. As always, if you feel that you are struggling, all that you need to do is contact the Course Tutor for assistance. If you are worried about the level of study, it is recommended to complete the PSMC Level 4 course first as this is pitched at an easier level so will help to ease you back into a student mindset.

  • How many hours a week will I need to study?

    The courses are each comprised of 120 learning hours, split between guided learning and self study. The actual amount of time you spend on the course will depend on the amount of effort that you can commit alongside other priorities. Students have up to 1 year to complete the courses, and will be expected to self-study to build knowledge and understanding in order to complete the assignments.

  • What types of assessments are there on this course?

    Each course has assignments which need to be completed in order to achieve the award. You will be given the timescales, requirements and full details in your Assignment Brief provided by the Course Tutor. As always, your course leaders will be there to guide and advise.

  • When can I expect feedback on my assessments?

    Provisional feedback on internally marked assignments will normally be given to you electronically within 3 working weeks, if not earlier. Final PSMC results will need to be ratified by our accrediting body, ATHE, who externally assess your work once all of the assignments are complete. You will receive your final results at the end of this process. For the CMI course, assignments will be provisionally marked by the course leader before being sent to CMI for the final assessment.

  • Apart from the online live sessions will there be any other face-to-face teaching?

    For those who wish to, and at your own expense for food and accommodation, you will be able to attend our residential SRMC course for specific subject sessions related to your studies as an additional option.

  • Sounds great-how do I enrol?

    Choose one of the payment methods outlined above and immediately enrol, or reach out to one of the team if you wish to claim use of your ELCAS or pay via another method. At the start of the course, you will be prompted to fill out a Student Information Form where you will be able to pick your chosen cohort and elective unit.